Which of the following is a property of non-metals?

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Low melting points

Poor conductor of electricity

Low densities

All of the above

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Chemical Elements can be divided into three categories, in accordance with their physical and chemical properties. The three categories are Metals, Non-metals and Metalloids.

Properties of Non-metal:

Small atoms of non-metal are found when compared to metals.
Electrical conductivity and thermal are exhibited as very low.
Have low melting and boiling point at normal temperature as most of the non-metal are gases at room temperature.
Have electronegative and high ionization energy.
Electrons are attracted toward them as they have a strong tendency to attract.
Non-lutrous in nature.

Hence, the correct answer is option D.

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